Lehigh Valley · Neurodivergent Community
Find the right support
for your family.
A curated directory of neurodiversity-affirming providers and organizations serving the greater Lehigh Valley area.
Our Vetted Providers

Allison Berger
Academic Coach
Experienced Educator
Academic Coaching, Test Preparation, Homeschool Support, Neurodivergent Students

Cheryl Adams
IEP Advocate & Parent Coach
Family Peer Support Specialist · Mental Health Advocate
IEP Advocacy, Parent Coaching, Systems Advocacy, Peer Support

Dale Fairclough
Career Strategy Coach
Certified Career Coach
Allentown, PA · In Person, Virtual, Hybrid, Travels To Client
Career Coaching, Entrepreneur Coaching, Neurodivergent Professionals

Dr. Christa Hartle
OT Coach
Doctor of Occupational Therapy · 16+ Years Experience
Occupational Therapy/Coaching, Early Intervention, Autism Support, Sensory Processing, Motor Development

Jamie Gallant
ADHD, Parent & Peer Coach
Certified ADHD Coach
ADHD Coaching, Parent Coaching, Peer Coaching, Self-Advocacy

Jhoanna Rae L. Marquez
Wellness Coach
Doctor of Acupuncture · Health Coach · HeartMath®
Wellness Coaching, Meditation, Mindfulness, Parent Coaching, HeartMath

Katrina Kiprizlis
Yoga & Wellness Coach
Licensed Professional Counselor · Certified Yoga & Mindfulness Instructor
Yoga, Meditation, Mindfulness, Wellness Coaching, Counseling/Mental Health Coaching

Kelsi Buccella
Speech & Communication Coach
Licensed SLP — PA, NJ, CO, FL
Speech Therapy/Coaching, AAC, Autism, Social Language

Kimberley Eve
Spiritual Life Coach
Certified Spiritual Life Coach
Wellness Coaching, Mindfulness, Meditation, Spiritual Life Coaching

Laura Goellner
Yoga Therapist & Wellness Coach
Certified Yoga Therapist (C-IAYT) · Occupational Therapist
Yoga, Meditation, Mindfulness, Wellness Coaching, Sensory Processing

Lori Hainer
Behavior & Wellness Coach
Licensed BSC (PA) · 200-HR RYT · Yoga Alliance
Behavior Therapy/Coaching, Yoga, Wellness Coaching, Mindfulness, Meditation

Mabel Bachini
Career & ADHD Coach
Certified Life Coach · Trained ADHD Coach · Mindfulness Teacher
Career Coaching, ADHD Coaching, Mindfulness, Career Change

Margo McGeehan
Autism Insight Specialist
Autistic Self-Advocate · Lived Experience Specialist
Autism Insight Specialist, Adult Transition, Self-Advocacy, Lived Experience

Molly Price
RPM Practitioner
Rapid Prompting Method Provider
In Person, Virtual
RPM Provider, Rapid Prompting Method, Nonspeaking Communication, AAC

Terri Ahern
Behavior Coach
BCBA · Licensed BSC (PA)
Behavior Therapy/Coaching, Behavior Support, Parent Support
Community Organizations & Providers
Local businesses, nonprofits, and independent providers serving the neurodivergent community. Know someone who should be listed? Submit them below.
Occupational Therapy Practice
A Rise Above Occupational Therapy Services, LLC
Occupational therapy practice offering evidence-based, holistic, trauma-informed care for children, teens, and adults with neurological conditions, concussions, and neurodevelopmental differences, including regulation, sensory processing, and executive functioning support.
National Adaptive Surf Therapy Nonprofit
A Walk on Water
Nonprofit delivering surf therapy events for children with unique needs and their families, harnessing the ocean's calming and confidence-building effects.
ABA Therapy Provider
ABA Support Services
ABA therapy provider serving children with autism and similar conditions, focused on communication, behavioral, and socialization skills with an individualized, child-responsive approach rather than a single fixed program.
Adult & Family Services Agency
Access Services
Trauma-informed behavioral and mental health agency offering children/family disability services (respite, foster care, behavioral therapy), youth transition support (TIP program ages 16-26), and a full range of adult services including lifesharing, supported living, home care, housing services, and adult autism services. Serves individuals 18 months and older across Lehigh, Northampton, and surrounding counties.
Speech Therapy Practice
Achieve Speech Therapy
Pediatric and adult speech therapy provided in-home and via teletherapy across the Lehigh Valley, with an individualized approach tailored to each family's daily communication needs.
Yoga Studio
Adaptive Healing Yoga
Inclusive, adaptive yoga explicitly designed to be accessible across abilities, body types, ages, and backgrounds.
Coaching Company
ADDvocacy
Neurodivergent-owned executive function coaching company serving youth through adults with ADHD, learning disabilities, autism, and anxiety. Coaches are themselves neurodivergent.
Pediatric Therapy Practice
Advent Therapy
Family-centered therapy practice serving the Lehigh Valley and New Jersey since 1998, offering speech, occupational, physical, feeding, vision therapy, and pediatric nutrition for infants through adults.
Pilates Studio
Alchemize Pilates Community
Mother-daughter-owned reformer Pilates studio opened January 2026 in Emmaus, built specifically around community and connection (music-driven classes, a lounge space, themed events) rather than a typical strip-mall gym feel. Explicitly described by the owners as welcoming to all ages, abilities, and body types, including elderly and plus-sized participants and those working around injuries; classes start at each person's own baseline.
Allegheny County DHS Office of Developmental Supports
Allegheny County DHS Office of Developmental Supports
The public front door for intellectual/developmental disability, mental health services for Allegheny County residents. Contact them to register for services, ask about eligibility, request service coordination, or apply for Medicaid waivers — no diagnosis paperwork needed to start the conversation.
Museum Sensory-Friendly Program
Allentown Art Museum - Sensory Saturdays
Monthly accessible art program on the second Saturday of each month, opening the museum early (10 a.m.) with modified galleries: dimmed lights, muted audio/video displays, and access to a calm space in the Rodale Classroom, designed for visitors who benefit from reduced sensory input.
Behavioral/Developmental Optometry Practice
Allentown Vision Therapy
Neuro-developmental, pediatric, and rehabilitation optometry practice offering vision therapy for children and adults, including those with autism, learning difficulties, strabismus/lazy eye, and traumatic brain injury. Serves Allentown, Bethlehem, Kutztown, and Quakertown.
Individual Counselor (Solo Practice)
Ann Friedenheim, Individual Practitioner
Individual mental health practitioner in Allentown specializing in adolescent and children's issues, anger management, and anxiety disorders.
Armstrong-Indiana Behavioral and Developmental Health Program
Armstrong-Indiana Behavioral and Developmental Health Program
The public front door for intellectual/developmental disability, mental health services for Armstrong County, Indiana County residents. Contact them to register for services, ask about eligibility, request service coordination, or apply for Medicaid waivers — no diagnosis paperwork needed to start the conversation.
ASERT — PA Autism Services, Education, Resources & Training
ASERT — PA Autism Services, Education, Resources & Training
Pennsylvania's statewide autism resource center: free help finding autism services, supports, and answers for any age, in English and Spanish. Call, email info@PAautism.org, or browse PAautism.org.
National Nonprofit
Asperger/Autism Network (AANE)
Works with individuals, families, and professionals to help autistic people, particularly those with profiles historically described as Asperger's, build meaningful, connected lives, with a strong focus on adult and community support.
ABA Therapy Provider
Attain ABA - Lehigh Valley
ABA therapy for children with autism and developmental delays in the Lehigh Valley area; accepts Medicaid and major insurance plans.
Statewide Nonprofit
Autism Connection of Pennsylvania
Statewide virtual support group for parents and caregivers providing autism-related education, advocacy, and support.
Autism New Jersey Helpline
Autism New Jersey Helpline
New Jersey's statewide autism helpline: reliable referrals, service information, and guidance for autistic people and families at any age or stage — call 800.4.AUTISM to talk it through with a real person.
National Travel Accommodation Service
Autism on the Seas (AotS)
A Connecticut-based company providing professional staffing and accommodation support for families with autism and other developmental disabilities on cruise vacations (since 2007), working with select cruise lines and resorts. This is a fee-paying service, distinct from the separate Autism on the Seas Foundation, which provides grant-funded free trips.
National Nonprofit
Autism on the Seas Foundation
501(c)(3) nonprofit offering 'Dreams Come True' grants providing staff-assisted cruise vacations, free of charge, to families with autism and other disabilities who could not otherwise afford one. Distinct from the for-profit Autism on the Seas staffing company, though the two organizations work together.
Nonprofit
Autism Society Lehigh Valley
Local chapter offering monthly facilitated parent and caregiver support groups for newly diagnosed families, a group for parents of adults with autism, and special topics sessions on transition to adulthood. Monthly in-person meeting at PA Mentor in Bethlehem.
Social Program
Autism Society Lehigh Valley - Adult & Teen Social Programs
Monthly Friday night social group with food, games, karaoke, and music for young adults with autism, a biweekly Social Connections group, and a Creative Abilities program offering fine arts, theater, and wellness activities for youth and young adults.
National Nonprofit
Autism Society of America
The nation's oldest grassroots autism organization, founded in 1965 by parents including Dr. Bernard Rimland and Dr. Ruth Sullivan. Provides toll-free phone support and a free national Information and Referral database (Autism Source), with a nationwide network of state and local chapters (including Autism Society Lehigh Valley, listed separately) providing local information and support.
Nonprofit · Autism Community
Autism Society of America — Lehigh Valley Chapter
Information, resources, and community connections for autistic individuals and families, including waiver navigation, events, and educational presentations.
National Nonprofit
Autism Speaks
One of the largest and most widely known autism advocacy and research-funding organizations in the U.S., maintaining a comprehensive state-by-state Family Resource Guide and funding research into autism causes, treatments, and supports. Worth knowing honestly: autistic people have actively protested Autism Speaks for years over its historically cure- and deficit-focused framing and the lack of autistic people in its own leadership, and this protest movement directly led some autistic self-advocates to found their own organizations in response, most notably the Autistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN), listed separately on this site and online at autisticadvocacy.org. We encourage families to also explore ASAN and other neurodiversity-affirming organizations (see our related listings) alongside, or instead of, Autism Speaks, so you can decide for yourself which voices and approaches you want to support.
National Nonprofit (Autistic-Led)
Autistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN)
Run by and for autistic people, ASAN was founded in 2006 by Ari Ne'eman and Scott Michael Robertson and is one of the most prominent autistic-led organizations in the country, working on public policy, self-advocacy, and community organizing. ASAN led the #StopTheShock campaign that contributed to the FDA's 2020 ban on electric shock devices used on disabled people at the Judge Rotenberg Center, and has advocated successfully against subminimum wage for disabled federal contract workers. Guiding principle: 'Nothing About Us, Without Us.'
National Nonprofit (Autistic-Led)
Autistic Women and Nonbinary Network (AWN)
Autistic-led nonprofit providing community, resources, and support specifically centered on autistic people of marginalized genders, including autistic women, girls, transfeminine and transmasculine nonbinary people, and Two Spirit people, addressing a real historical gap in a field that has centered research and resources around autistic boys and men.
Independent Speech Therapy Practice
Be You Speech Therapy
Solo, independent speech therapy practice led by Krista Nicoletta, an ASHA-certified, PA-licensed, explicitly neurodiversity-affirming speech-language pathologist serving ages 1-21. Uses a child-led, patient-centered approach with specific training in Natural Language Acquisition (NLA) and Gestalt Language Processing, with additional focus on parent counseling and education. In-person and telehealth; accepts Capital Blue Insurance or private pay, with superbills available for other insurance.
Beaver County Behavioral Health & Developmental Disabilities
Beaver County Behavioral Health & Developmental Disabilities
The public front door for intellectual/developmental disability, mental health services for Beaver County residents. Contact them to register for services, ask about eligibility, request service coordination, or apply for Medicaid waivers — no diagnosis paperwork needed to start the conversation.
Bedford-Somerset Developmental and Behavioral Health Services
Bedford-Somerset Developmental and Behavioral Health Services
The public front door for intellectual/developmental disability, mental health services for Bedford County, Somerset County residents. Contact them to register for services, ask about eligibility, request service coordination, or apply for Medicaid waivers — no diagnosis paperwork needed to start the conversation.
Berks County Mental Health/Developmental Disabilities
Berks County Mental Health/Developmental Disabilities
The public front door for intellectual/developmental disability, mental health services for Berks County residents. Contact them to register for services, ask about eligibility, request service coordination, or apply for Medicaid waivers — no diagnosis paperwork needed to start the conversation.
National Adaptive Adventure Sports Nonprofit
Best Day Foundation
Volunteer organization helping children and young adults ages 4-24 with special needs build confidence and self-esteem through adventure activities including surfing, bodyboarding, kayaking, and snow sports.
Independent Counseling Practice
Bethlehem Counseling Associates
Independent (not hospital-affiliated) mental health practice anchoring Lehigh Valley counseling services since 1986, operating from a single Bethlehem location with over 25 contracted licensed therapists addressing pediatric anxiety, depression, stress, grief, and trauma using CBT, play therapy, and family systems approaches.
Functional Medicine / Nutrition Practice
Bethlehem Nutrition & Wellness Center
Functional medicine and holistic nutrition practice addressing a range of health concerns including ADHD and autism-related needs. Note: families should ask directly about the specific evidence base behind any individual recommendation before pursuing it.
Pediatric Therapy Clinic
Bethlehem Pediatric Therapy Services
Comprehensive pediatric rehabilitation for children 0-21, including occupational, physical, speech, and feeding therapy, social skills groups, and ABA services, plus consultations and independent evaluations.
Nonprofit
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Lehigh Valley
Matches children, including those with disabilities or additional support needs, with caring adult mentors across the Lehigh Valley.
Mental Health Practice
Blackbird Health - Allentown
Comprehensive mental health care for children, teens, and young adults, including ADHD testing, autism evaluations, therapy, and psychiatric medication management. Most clinicians offer hybrid in-clinic and virtual care.
Blair County Department of Social Services & Mental Health
Blair County Department of Social Services & Mental Health
The public front door for intellectual/developmental disability, mental health services for Blair County residents. Contact them to register for services, ask about eligibility, request service coordination, or apply for Medicaid waivers — no diagnosis paperwork needed to start the conversation.
General/Family Dentist
Bradford Young Family & Cosmetic Dentistry
Family and cosmetic dental practice in Allentown, recommended by families in the neurodivergent community.
Bradford-Sullivan Office of Mental Health & Intellectual Disabilities
Bradford-Sullivan Office of Mental Health & Intellectual Disabilities
The public front door for intellectual/developmental disability, mental health services for Bradford County, Sullivan County residents. Contact them to register for services, ask about eligibility, request service coordination, or apply for Medicaid waivers — no diagnosis paperwork needed to start the conversation.
Wellness Center
Breathe Easy Wellness
Trauma-informed gentle yoga and guided breathwork classes in small-class settings, paired with therapy and wellness services. Serves Bethlehem, Easton, Allentown, and Nazareth.
Individual Counselor (Solo Practice)
Brian W. Chilcote, Individual Practitioner
Individual mental health practitioner in Bethlehem specializing in ADHD, anxiety disorders, and bipolar disorder, with Saturday hours available.
Pediatric Dentist
Brinton Pediatric Dentistry - Dr. Phillip Brinton
Board-certified pediatric dentist trained at Columbia University and CHOP, highly recommended by families in the neurodivergent community for patience and gentle approach with children, including those with sensory sensitivities.
Bucks County Department of Behavioral Health/Developmental Programs
Bucks County Department of Behavioral Health/Developmental Programs
The public front door for intellectual/developmental disability, mental health services for Bucks County residents. Contact them to register for services, ask about eligibility, request service coordination, or apply for Medicaid waivers — no diagnosis paperwork needed to start the conversation.
Butler County Human Services (ID / Early Intervention / Mental Health)
Butler County Human Services (ID / Early Intervention / Mental Health)
The public front door for intellectual/developmental disability, mental health and Early Intervention services for Butler County residents. Contact them to register for services, ask about eligibility, request service coordination, or apply for Medicaid waivers — no diagnosis paperwork needed to start the conversation.
Cambria County Behavioral Health/Intellectual Disabilities/Early Intervention
Cambria County Behavioral Health/Intellectual Disabilities/Early Intervention
The public front door for intellectual/developmental disability, mental health and Early Intervention services for Cambria County residents. Contact them to register for services, ask about eligibility, request service coordination, or apply for Medicaid waivers — no diagnosis paperwork needed to start the conversation.
Nonprofit
Camelot for Children
Nonprofit founded in 1985/1987 providing free, year-round social and educational opportunities for children ages 6-19 with chronic or terminal illnesses or disabilities (including cerebral palsy and Down syndrome), with siblings welcome too. Each child is paired with a volunteer 'buddy,' and programming includes teen nights, a dance program, after-school help sessions, and a six-week summer day camp, all free of charge to families.
Cameron-Elk Behavioral & Developmental Programs
Cameron-Elk Behavioral & Developmental Programs
The public front door for intellectual/developmental disability, mental health services for Cameron County, Elk County residents. Contact them to register for services, ask about eligibility, request service coordination, or apply for Medicaid waivers — no diagnosis paperwork needed to start the conversation.
Summer Day Camp
Camp Lily Lehigh Valley (Easterseals)
Easterseals inclusive summer day camp for ages 8-21 offering arts and crafts, swimming, sports, music, and educational programming designed to build skills, friendships, and independence.
Carbon-Monroe-Pike Mental Health & Developmental Services
Carbon-Monroe-Pike Mental Health & Developmental Services
The public front door for intellectual/developmental disability, mental health services for Carbon County, Monroe County, Pike County residents. Contact them to register for services, ask about eligibility, request service coordination, or apply for Medicaid waivers — no diagnosis paperwork needed to start the conversation.
Home Care Agency
CareSphere
Medicaid-accepted home care agency providing in-home care, personal care assistance, and support for adults and children with disabilities. Offers a paid family caregiver program through Community HealthChoices (CHC) and accepts Keystone First, UPMC, and PA Health & Wellness. Serves Bethlehem, Lehigh County, and Northampton County.
Centre County MH/ID/Early Intervention/Drug & Alcohol
Centre County MH/ID/Early Intervention/Drug & Alcohol
The public front door for intellectual/developmental disability, mental health and Early Intervention services for Centre County residents. Contact them to register for services, ask about eligibility, request service coordination, or apply for Medicaid waivers — no diagnosis paperwork needed to start the conversation.
Chester County Mental Health/Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities
Chester County Mental Health/Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities
The public front door for intellectual/developmental disability, mental health services for Chester County residents. Contact them to register for services, ask about eligibility, request service coordination, or apply for Medicaid waivers — no diagnosis paperwork needed to start the conversation.
Developmental Pediatrics Program
CHOP Specialty Care Center - Developmental Pediatrics (King of Prussia)
Children's Hospital of Philadelphia developmental-behavioral pediatrics specialty care, including Dr. Hillary Kruger (developmental pediatrician) and Dr. Mary Pipan (behavioral support), serving families from the Lehigh Valley region.
Theater & Arts Education Organization
Civic Theatre of Allentown - Theatre School
Long-running (since 1953) children's theatre school at this 80+ year community theatre institution in Allentown's West End. Note: families should ask directly about specific accommodations or sensory-friendly accessibility, since no disability-specific program track was confirmed during this research, unlike the Touchstone Theatre festival above.
Clarion County MH/DD/Early Intervention
Clarion County MH/DD/Early Intervention
The public front door for intellectual/developmental disability, mental health and Early Intervention services for Clarion County residents. Contact them to register for services, ask about eligibility, request service coordination, or apply for Medicaid waivers — no diagnosis paperwork needed to start the conversation.
Holistic Wellness Practice
Clear Path Wellness Lehigh Valley
Established holistic treatment and wellness practice combining psychotherapy, yoga, and energy medicine to support body-mind-spirit healing, including multi-day 'Days of Healing' retreats, serving the Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton area.
CMSU Behavioral Health/Developmental Services
CMSU Behavioral Health/Developmental Services
The public front door for intellectual/developmental disability, mental health services for Columbia County, Montour County, Snyder County, Union County residents. Contact them to register for services, ask about eligibility, request service coordination, or apply for Medicaid waivers — no diagnosis paperwork needed to start the conversation.
National Nonprofit (Led by People Who Communicate Differently)
CommunicationFIRST
Organization specifically dedicated to the rights, autonomy, and dignity of people with speech-related communication disabilities, including many nonspeaking autistic people, through legal advocacy and public education aimed at correcting stigma around nonspeaking and AAC-based communication.
Community Connections of Clearfield-Jefferson Counties
Community Connections of Clearfield-Jefferson Counties
The public front door for intellectual/developmental disability, mental health services for Clearfield County, Jefferson County residents. Contact them to register for services, ask about eligibility, request service coordination, or apply for Medicaid waivers — no diagnosis paperwork needed to start the conversation.
Nonprofit
Community Services for Children (CSC)
Nonprofit administering Head Start, Early Head Start of the Lehigh Valley, PA Pre-K Counts, and Early Learning Resource Centers throughout northeastern Pennsylvania, supporting quality early education access for young children.
CONNECT Helpline — Pennsylvania Early Intervention
CONNECT Helpline — Pennsylvania Early Intervention
Pennsylvania's single starting point for Early Intervention: if your child is birth to age 5 and you have any concern about their development, call and they will connect you to a free evaluation and services in your county. No referral or diagnosis needed.
Mental Health & Psychiatry Practice
Counseling Solutions of Lehigh Valley
Multicultural, LGBTQ+-affirming treatment center offering adolescent and adult mental health counseling, psychiatry, and substance use treatment including medication-assisted treatment.
Crawford County Human Services MH/ID
Crawford County Human Services MH/ID
The public front door for intellectual/developmental disability, mental health services for Crawford County residents. Contact them to register for services, ask about eligibility, request service coordination, or apply for Medicaid waivers — no diagnosis paperwork needed to start the conversation.
Movement & Music Program
Creativity Moves LV
'Moving Together' classes offering multi-sensory celebrations of movement, music, and play, designed to be accessible and engaging for participants of varying abilities.
Cumberland-Perry Mental Health/Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities
Cumberland-Perry Mental Health/Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities
The public front door for intellectual/developmental disability, mental health services for Cumberland County, Perry County residents. Contact them to register for services, ask about eligibility, request service coordination, or apply for Medicaid waivers — no diagnosis paperwork needed to start the conversation.
Individual Counselor (Solo Practice)
Daniel Medlar, Individual Practitioner
Individual mental health practitioner in Bethlehem specializing in ADHD, anxiety disorders, and behavior modification.
Dauphin County Mental Health/Autism & Developmental Programs
Dauphin County Mental Health/Autism & Developmental Programs
The public front door for intellectual/developmental disability, autism, mental health services for Dauphin County residents. Contact them to register for services, ask about eligibility, request service coordination, or apply for Medicaid waivers — no diagnosis paperwork needed to start the conversation.
Delaware County Office of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
Delaware County Office of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
The public front door for intellectual/developmental disability, mental health services for Delaware County residents. Contact them to register for services, ask about eligibility, request service coordination, or apply for Medicaid waivers — no diagnosis paperwork needed to start the conversation.
Statewide · Legal Advocacy
Disability Rights Pennsylvania
Free legal advocacy for people with disabilities facing IEP issues, discrimination, denial of services, or other rights violations.
Individual Psychologist
Dr. Amy Lynn Saborsky, PsyD (Lehigh Valley Center for Child and Family Development)
Licensed psychologist and Practice Director, with specific expertise in child, adolescent, and developmental psychology, OCD, anxiety disorders, and autism spectrum disorder assessment, including the PANDAS/PANS overlap. Operates the practice's autism evaluation clinic, one of the most in-demand services in the Lehigh Valley, with consistently strong family reviews citing her clinical expertise and sensitivity with young children specifically.
Functional Medicine Pediatrician
Dr. Angela Camasto - Pediatric Whole Health
Functional medicine pediatrician offering an integrative, root-cause approach for children and young adults (up to age 25) with ADHD, anxiety, depression, and autism, considering genetics, nutrition, environmental factors, and lifestyle alongside conventional pediatric training. Note: functional and integrative medicine approaches are not considered standard-of-care by mainstream pediatric medicine; families are encouraged to research the approach and discuss it with their primary physician alongside this kind of care.
Pediatric Gastroenterologist
Dr. David Blanco - Pediatric Gastroenterology (Quakertown Campus)
Pediatric gastroenterologist with over 20 years in practice, specializing in pediatric feeding and swallowing disorders and GI motility disorders, affiliated with St. Luke's Hospital Quakertown Campus.
Psychological Testing Practice
Dr. Dempsey Young, Psy.D. - Rising Phoenix Therapy (Telehealth)
Licensed psychologist providing adult ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorder psychological testing via comprehensive telehealth evaluations across Pennsylvania and participating PSYPACT states, including educational accommodation support for college students.
Psychological Testing Practice
Dr. Desiree Howell - Adult Autism & ADHD Assessments (Telehealth)
Licensed psychologist providing online neurodivergent assessments for adults across Pennsylvania, with specific focus on high-masking or late-identified adult women seeking ADHD or autism evaluation, plus ongoing therapy support.
Social Enterprise / Employment Program
Duke's Delites
Dog and cat treat company providing real, meaningful employment specifically for adults with autism and developmental disabilities, now operating from its own dedicated space in Whitehall Township after starting in a church basement. A program of the Love Ran Red Foundation; proceeds support the Foundation's housing mission.
Lehigh County · Early Childhood
Early Intervention — Lehigh County
Free developmental evaluation and services for children from birth through age five. Infant/toddler and preschool services are available without requiring an existing diagnosis.
Northampton County · Early Childhood
Early Intervention — Northampton County
Free developmental evaluation and services for children from birth through age five, including preschool services through Colonial Intermediate Unit 20.
Summer Day Camp
Easterseals Camp Lily Lehigh Valley
Week-long inclusive summer day camp for ages 8-21 with disabilities, held on the Cedar Crest College campus in west Allentown, with air-conditioned indoor space, a pool with certified lifeguard, and a full schedule of arts, sports, swimming, music, and games. TSS and other support staff welcome to attend with campers.
Nonprofit
Easterseals Eastern Pennsylvania
Services for people with disabilities and their families across the lifespan, including early intervention, autism services, and employment support, serving the Lehigh Valley region.
State-Funded Diagnostic Program
Easterseals Eastern Pennsylvania - Telehealth Autism Diagnostic Clinic
State-funded telehealth autism diagnostic clinic, developed with the PA Department of Health, offering autism diagnosis for children under 3 at no cost, with bilingual clinicians and parent-focused ABA coaching included. Helps address long wait times for early evaluation.
Neuropsychology Practice
Easton Neuropsychology
Psychological and neuropsychological assessment practice with psychologists specializing in ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, and youth mental health, as well as adult and geriatric neuropsychological evaluation.
Yoga Studio
Easton Yoga & Wellness Collective
Yoga center in historic downtown Easton since 2001, also offering therapeutic bodywork, massage, acupuncture, Ayurveda, and nutrition/wellness programs through its Wellness Collective.
Therapeutic Riding Nonprofit
Equi-librium
501(c)(3) nonprofit offering equestrian-assisted activities and hippotherapy for children and adults (ages 2-84) with autism, ADHD, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, traumatic brain injury, and other disabilities, with individualized goals for each participant.
Erie County Office of Mental Health/Intellectual Disabilities
Erie County Office of Mental Health/Intellectual Disabilities
The public front door for intellectual/developmental disability, mental health services for Erie County residents. Contact them to register for services, ask about eligibility, request service coordination, or apply for Medicaid waivers — no diagnosis paperwork needed to start the conversation.
Summer Day Camp
Expressions Summer Camp (Active Learning Center)
Recreational summer day camp for children ages 6-15 with high-functioning autism or Asperger's syndrome, designed to build social skills (conversation, team-building, friendship-making, emotional development) through structured interaction with typical peers, alongside arts, movement, swimming, and nature activities.
Fayette County Behavioral Health Administration
Fayette County Behavioral Health Administration
The public front door for intellectual/developmental disability, mental health services for Fayette County residents. Contact them to register for services, ask about eligibility, request service coordination, or apply for Medicaid waivers — no diagnosis paperwork needed to start the conversation.
Forest-Warren Human Services
Forest-Warren Human Services
The public front door for intellectual/developmental disability, mental health services for Forest County, Warren County residents. Contact them to register for services, ask about eligibility, request service coordination, or apply for Medicaid waivers — no diagnosis paperwork needed to start the conversation.
Law Firm
Fox, Oldt & Brown
Estate planning, elder law, long-term care Medicaid planning, and special needs planning for children and adults with disabilities. Founded in 1853, the oldest law firm in Northampton County.
Franklin-Fulton MH/IDD/Early Intervention Programs
Franklin-Fulton MH/IDD/Early Intervention Programs
The public front door for intellectual/developmental disability, mental health and Early Intervention services for Franklin County, Fulton County residents. Contact them to register for services, ask about eligibility, request service coordination, or apply for Medicaid waivers — no diagnosis paperwork needed to start the conversation.
Developmental Pediatrics Program
Geisinger Department of Developmental Medicine (DevMed) - Danville
Nationally recognized multidisciplinary developmental medicine department in Danville, PA, combining neurodevelopmental pediatrics, genetics, psychology, and speech-language pathology for autism and developmental disorder diagnosis. Referral required from a pediatrician or primary care provider.
Behavioral Health Practice
Glenn R. Koch and Associates, LLC
Behavioral health counseling practice offering Intensive Behavioral Health Services (IBHS) individual services, located in the same Allentown medical building as several other named individual practitioners in this directory.
Adaptive Martial Arts Program
Good Shepherd Karate Academy
Traditional Okinawan-style karate instruction since 2003, highly accommodating for students with disabilities, serving ages 6-36.
Pediatric Therapy Network
Good Shepherd Pediatric Rehabilitation
Outpatient pediatric rehabilitation services across multiple Lehigh Valley locations, including Allentown, South Whitehall, Bethlehem, East Greenville, Palmerton, Hamburg, and Blandon.
Hospital Network Pediatric Therapy
Good Shepherd Rehabilitation - Cedar Pointe and Hyland Center (Autism-Specialized)
Two specific Good Shepherd outpatient locations, Cedar Pointe (West Allentown) and Hyland Center (South Allentown), that specifically specialize in treating autism, offering pediatric physical, occupational, and speech therapy plus discounted fitness memberships for patients even after discharge.
Rehabilitation Network
Good Shepherd Rehabilitation - Physical Therapy
Large regional physical therapy and rehabilitation network with numerous Lehigh Valley locations. Note: ask directly about a specific clinician's experience with hypermobility or connective tissue disorders, since no provider was confirmed to specialize in this area during this research.
Pediatric Dentist
Gordon Pediatric Dental - Dr. Marsha Gordon
Pediatric dental practice directly recommended by families of autistic children for a patient, accommodating approach over many years of care.
Dance Studio
Grand Jeté Dance - Adaptive Dance Classes
Dance classes specifically developed for children with autism, Down syndrome, and other developmental delays, introducing jazz, tap, and creative movement through songs and games designed for self-expression, with class pace fully accommodating all students.
Greene County Human Services MH and IDD Programs
Greene County Human Services MH and IDD Programs
The public front door for intellectual/developmental disability, mental health services for Greene County residents. Contact them to register for services, ask about eligibility, request service coordination, or apply for Medicaid waivers — no diagnosis paperwork needed to start the conversation.
Law Firm
Gross McGinley, LLP - Family Law
Full-service law firm with a family law practice offering divorce, custody, and mediation services, plus a Parenting Coordinator to help families resolve disputes outside of litigation. Serves Lehigh, Northampton, and Carbon Counties. Confirm directly whether attorneys have specific experience with disability-related custody matters.
Psychiatric Rehabilitation Agency
Haven House, Inc.
Psychiatric rehabilitation services supporting adults with serious mental illness in Allentown.
Assistive Technology Center
Health & Technology Center (Assistive Technology) - Allentown
Assistive technology center offering augmentative and alternative communication (AAC), adaptive computer hardware/software, environmental control systems, adaptive wheelchair seating, and switch-adapted toys, plus typing skills instruction. Serves Lehigh, Northampton, Berks, Carbon, Luzerne, Schuylkill, and Monroe Counties.
Lehigh & Northampton · Mental Health
HealthChoices Behavioral Health (Magellan)
Medicaid-funded behavioral health services in Lehigh and Northampton counties, including outpatient therapy, psychiatric services, crisis intervention, IBHS, and peer support.
Mental Health Practice
Hearthfire Psychology
Psychotherapy, psychological evaluations, and court-focused co-parenting and reunification family therapy for individuals, couples, and families of all ages, including children with autism, ADHD, and behavioral or trauma-related needs.
ABA Therapy Provider
Helping Hands Family - Allentown
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy for children with autism through child-led, play-based one-on-one and small-group sessions, plus parent training.
ABA Therapy Provider
Helping Hands Family - Bethlehem
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy for children with autism through child-led, play-based one-on-one and small-group sessions, plus parent training.
Behavioral Health Agency
Holcomb Behavioral Health Systems - Allentown
Mobile mental health services for adults, part of the Holcomb/Chimes behavioral health network serving Lehigh and Northampton Counties.
Behavioral Health Agency
Holcomb Behavioral Health Systems - Easton
Mobile mental health services for adults, part of the Holcomb/Chimes behavioral health network serving Northampton County.
Nonprofit
HUNE (Hispanos Unidos para Niños Excepcionales)
Free bilingual (English and Spanish) programs, supports, and services covering all aspects of special education for families across Pennsylvania.
Counseling Practice
Intentional Counseling & Wellness
Trauma-informed, holistic mental health practice integrating evidence-based therapy with mind-body wellness strategies. Offers specific support for neurodivergence and executive functioning alongside trauma, anxiety, and life transitions. Serves Bethlehem, Allentown, and Easton.
Nonprofit
Jewish Family Service of the Lehigh Valley (JFS)
Social services, professional counseling, and community programs for individuals and families impacted by intellectual, developmental, and physical disabilities, including support groups for adults with disabilities and their parents and siblings. Open to the broader community regardless of religion.
Juniata Valley Behavioral and Developmental Services
Juniata Valley Behavioral and Developmental Services
The public front door for intellectual/developmental disability, mental health services for Huntingdon County, Juniata County, Mifflin County residents. Contact them to register for services, ask about eligibility, request service coordination, or apply for Medicaid waivers — no diagnosis paperwork needed to start the conversation.
Transition & Employment Program
Keystone Autism Services Vocational Initiative (KASVI)
Initiative supporting young adults ages 12-35 in Lehigh County transitioning from high school toward employment, higher education, and greater independence.
Behavioral Health Agency
KidsPeace Autism Services - Bethlehem
Intensive Behavioral Health Services (IBHS) agency providing clinical, child-centered, family-focused care for clients with autism spectrum disorder, delivered in home, school, daycare, or community settings, plus an after-school social skills program.
Inpatient Psychiatric Hospital
KidsPeace Hospital - Main Site (Orefield)
KidsPeace's main inpatient psychiatric hospital site, dedicated specifically to child and adolescent inpatient psychiatric care, open daily. Distinct from KidsPeace's Bethlehem hospital location and its separate autism services program.
Occupational Therapy Practice
Kinspire Health - Allentown
Parent-focused occupational therapy offering daily coaching tools, scripts, and practical strategies for children with sensory processing differences, developmental delays, anxiety, and executive functioning challenges.
Adaptive Martial Arts Program
Kobushi Family Karate Center
Inclusive martial arts center experienced with children on the autism spectrum, including a Little Dragons preschool program and separate programs for older children.
Lackawanna/Susquehanna BH/ID/Early Intervention
Lackawanna/Susquehanna BH/ID/Early Intervention
The public front door for intellectual/developmental disability, mental health and Early Intervention services for Lackawanna County, Susquehanna County residents. Contact them to register for services, ask about eligibility, request service coordination, or apply for Medicaid waivers — no diagnosis paperwork needed to start the conversation.
Lancaster County Behavioral Health and Developmental Services
Lancaster County Behavioral Health and Developmental Services
The public front door for intellectual/developmental disability, mental health services for Lancaster County residents. Contact them to register for services, ask about eligibility, request service coordination, or apply for Medicaid waivers — no diagnosis paperwork needed to start the conversation. Behavioral-health office also at 750 Eden Road, Lancaster 17601.
Law Firm
Law Office of Ellen S. Kingsley
Family law practice in Easton offering divorce, custody, support, and collaborative mediation services for Lehigh Valley families, including co-parenting matters. Note: confirm directly whether the firm has specific experience with disability-related custody considerations.
Law Firm
Law Office of Shabbick & Stehle
Family law firm with over four decades of experience serving Bethlehem, Lehigh, Northampton, and Carbon Counties, handling divorce, custody, child support, and protection from abuse matters.
Lawrence County Mental Health and Developmental Services
Lawrence County Mental Health and Developmental Services
The public front door for intellectual/developmental disability, mental health services for Lawrence County residents. Contact them to register for services, ask about eligibility, request service coordination, or apply for Medicaid waivers — no diagnosis paperwork needed to start the conversation.
Legal Referral Service
Lawyer Referral Service of the Bar Association of Lehigh County
Connects individuals with attorneys specializing in a specific legal field, including family law and disability-related matters, for an initial 30-minute consultation (approximately $25).
Lebanon County MH/ID/Early Intervention Programs
Lebanon County MH/ID/Early Intervention Programs
The public front door for intellectual/developmental disability, mental health and Early Intervention services for Lebanon County residents. Contact them to register for services, ask about eligibility, request service coordination, or apply for Medicaid waivers — no diagnosis paperwork needed to start the conversation.
Faith-Based Nonprofit
Lehigh Conference of Churches
Faith-based nonprofit social service agency connecting Lehigh Valley families and individuals, including those with disabilities, to food, housing, and other basic needs support.
County Crisis Service
Lehigh County Crisis Intervention
24/7 crisis intervention for children and adults experiencing a mental health crisis, including depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation, and family crisis. Phone assessment can lead to a mobile crisis team dispatch; walk-in service available weekdays 8am-5pm at the Lehigh County Government Center.
Lehigh County · Adult & Child Services
Lehigh County Office of Intellectual Disabilities
Gateway to county- and state-funded disability services, including waiver enrollment, supports coordination, respite, community participation, and family support.
Lehigh County Office of Intellectual Disabilities and Mental Health
Lehigh County Office of Intellectual Disabilities and Mental Health
The public front door for intellectual/developmental disability, mental health services for Lehigh County residents. Contact them to register for services, ask about eligibility, request service coordination, or apply for Medicaid waivers — no diagnosis paperwork needed to start the conversation. Mental-health line: 610-782-3500.
County Support Line
Lehigh County Warmline
Non-crisis peer support phone line for Lehigh County residents who need someone to listen, available daily 6-10am and 4pm-midnight.
Home Care Agency
Lehigh Home Health Care & Staffing Agency, Inc.
Skilled and non-skilled home care agency offering personal care, nursing services, and respite care to Lehigh-region families.
Psychological Testing Practice
Lehigh Psychological Services
Private practice offering psychological and neuropsychological evaluations for autism, ADHD, learning disabilities, and personality assessment, with detailed written reports for schools and physicians. In-person and teletherapy options.
ABA Therapy Provider
Lehigh University Autism Services (LUAS)
IBHS-licensed agency providing Applied Behavior Analysis services to children under 21 diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder, with required caregiver participation in sessions and regular BCBA collaboration.
Adult Disability Services Provider
Lehigh Valley Adult Services
Home and community-based programs providing assistance to adults, including those aging and/or living with serious and persistent mental illness.
Support Group
Lehigh Valley Area Special Needs Parent Support Group
Private community group for parents of children with autism, sensory processing disorder, ADHD, or other disabilities, organizing events, playdates, and peer support across the Lehigh Valley.
Community Resource Directory
Lehigh Valley Autism Guide - Summer Camp Directory
A locally maintained, non-endorsing directory of day and overnight summer camps within or near driving range of the Lehigh Valley, organized by disability type and age range, including many smaller and specialty camps not widely advertised elsewhere. A useful cross-reference alongside this directory.
Nonprofit · Independent Living
Lehigh Valley Center for Independent Living (LVCIL)
Run by and for people with disabilities. Provides advocacy, peer support, benefits assistance, housing support, and information and referral grounded in lived experience.
Optometry Practice
Lehigh Valley Eye Care Associates - Pediatric Optometry
Pediatric optometry practice in Allentown treating common childhood vision conditions including amblyopia and strabismus, with attention to behavioral signs of vision problems in younger children.
Hospital Network Service
Lehigh Valley Health Network - Speech-Language Pathology
Speech-language pathology services through Lehigh Valley Health Network for communication and swallowing disorders.
Independent Pediatric Practice
Lehigh Valley Pediatric Associates
Independent private pediatric practice (not affiliated with LVHN or St. Luke's) operating since 1959, with locations in Allentown and Bethlehem, treating children from birth through college age. As of December 2025, the practice has joined Medical Associates, an independent physician group, continuing to operate outside the two major Lehigh Valley hospital-affiliated systems.
Higher Education · Inclusive Program
LEOS Program — Penn State Lehigh Valley
Inclusive college experiences for students with intellectual disabilities through coaching, seminars, and audited courses, with a focus on self-advocacy and independence.
Pediatric Dentist
Lesavoy Pediatric Dentistry - Dr. Bret Lesavoy
Pediatric dental practice with a specific, stated commitment to children with special needs, including sensory sensitivities and physical challenges, collaborating directly with families and medical specialists on individualized dental care plans.
Independent Speech Therapy Practice
Lingua Speech, Swallow, and Voice Services
Independent speech therapy practice founded and operated by Chelsea Zimmerman, ASHA-certified SLP with nearly 10 years of experience including pediatric and adult settings at Good Shepherd Rehabilitation. Specializes in feeding disorders, tethered oral tissue (tongue/lip tie), myofunctional therapy, and swallowing/voice across the lifespan, with additional certification as a lactation counselor. Serves NEPA and Lehigh Valley, with teletherapy available.
Individual Counselor (Solo Practice)
Liza Joan Alvarado, Individual Practitioner
Spanish-speaking individual mental health practitioner in Center Valley specializing in ADHD, adolescent/children's issues, and anxiety disorders.
Faith-Based Nonprofit
Love Ran Red Foundation
Christian faith-based nonprofit founded by a local Lehigh Valley father of an autistic son, focused on developing a neuro-inclusive planned housing community for adults with autism and developmental disabilities, responding directly to the reality that roughly 80% of autistic adults live with aging parents who may not always be able to provide care. Also runs a free, open adult bowling league for ages 18+ with autism or developmental disabilities.
Luzerne-Wyoming Mental Health and Developmental Services
Luzerne-Wyoming Mental Health and Developmental Services
The public front door for intellectual/developmental disability, mental health services for Luzerne County, Wyoming County residents. Contact them to register for services, ask about eligibility, request service coordination, or apply for Medicaid waivers — no diagnosis paperwork needed to start the conversation.
Community Engagement Program
LVCIL Adaptations Program
Community engagement program for adults with disabilities in their 20s and 30s, offering social and recreational activities plus monthly independence workshops covering cooking, job skills, dating, social media, and money management.
Hospital Network Audiology Program
LVHN Audiology
Doctorate-level audiologists diagnosing and managing hearing, balance, and auditory processing disorders, including ABR testing and cochlear implant care.
Hospital Network Mindfulness Program
LVHN Center for Mindfulness
Lehigh Valley Health Network's evidence-based mindfulness program, including the cornerstone 8-week MBSR program (developed at UMass Medical School), gentle movement classes, and a specific children's program teaching age-appropriate attention, emotional regulation, and confidence-building activities. Custom programs available for schools and community groups. Some scholarships available for enrollment costs.
Developmental Pediatrics Program
LVHN Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics
Lehigh Valley Reilly Children's Hospital developmental-behavioral pediatrics program providing autism, ADHD, anxiety, and learning disorder evaluations, with occupational therapists specially trained and certified in ADOS-2 administration. Locations throughout the Lehigh Valley including Allentown and Bethlehem.
Hospital Network Home Care Agency
LVHN Home Care
Nearly 60 years of home health services including nursing, home health aides, social workers, and rehabilitation specialists (PT, OT, speech). Eligible services generally covered by Medicare and Medical Assistance.
Hospital Network GI Program
LVHN Pediatric Gastroenterology
Lehigh Valley Reilly Children's Hospital pediatric gastroenterology program treating digestive, liver, and nutritional conditions in infants, children, and teens, with diagnostic testing including endoscopy and capsule endoscopy. Locations in Allentown, Easton, and Pennsburg.
Hospital Network Neurology Program
LVHN Pediatric Neurology
Lehigh Valley Reilly Children's Hospital pediatric neurology program with specialists trained in headache and sleep medicine, treating seizures, cerebral palsy, tics, and movement disorders. Includes a Pediatric Sleep Disorders Center.
Hospital Network Ophthalmology Program
LVHN Pediatric Ophthalmology
Comprehensive pediatric ophthalmology care at Lehigh Valley Reilly Children's Hospital for infants and children with special eye care needs, including complex surgical care.
Hospital Network Physical Therapy
LVHN Physical Therapy
Multi-location physical therapy network across the Lehigh Valley. Note: ask directly about a specific clinician's experience with hypermobility, EDS, or dysautonomia-related symptoms, since no LVHN provider was confirmed to specialize in this area during this research.
Lycoming-Clinton Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities/Autism Services
Lycoming-Clinton Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities/Autism Services
The public front door for intellectual/developmental disability, autism, mental health services for Clinton County, Lycoming County residents. Contact them to register for services, ask about eligibility, request service coordination, or apply for Medicaid waivers — no diagnosis paperwork needed to start the conversation.
Managed Care Behavioral Health Resource
Magellan of PA - Autism Action Committee
Collaborative group of Magellan, Lehigh and Northampton County Departments of Human Services, autism services stakeholders, and family members, coordinating autism services information and the regional Family Navigation Guide for Lehigh/Northampton counties.
Professional Directory / Referral Resource
MAPS (Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs) Clinician Directory
National directory of physicians trained in the MAPS (formerly 'DAN!') biomedical approach to autism and related conditions, covering areas like gastrointestinal health, mitochondrial function, and nutrition. Note: the MAPS/biomedical approach is considered complementary and alternative medicine, not mainstream evidence-based treatment, by most major medical bodies; some families report meaningful benefit, and the evidence base is mixed and actively debated. Families are encouraged to research thoroughly and discuss any biomedical approach with their child's primary physician. Talk About Curing Autism (TACA) offers a scholarship for families seeking a MAPS doctor who otherwise couldn't afford one.
Behavioral Health Agency
Matrix Behavior Solutions, LLC
Fully licensed behavioral health program for children and adolescents (ages 2-21) offering ABA services, individual and group therapy, mobile therapy, occupational therapy, and speech-language pathology, in-home, in-school, in-community, and at center-based locations. Fully funded by Managed Care Organizations and private insurance, no out-of-pocket cost to families. Serves Lehigh County.
Home Care Agency
Maximum Care, Inc.
Lehigh Valley home care agency operating for over 40 years, providing nursing assistants, home health aides, personal care assistants, and support service professionals, with direct experience supporting families through PA's Waiver Program. Serves Allentown, Bethlehem, Easton, and Northampton County.
Law Firm
McAndrews Law Firm
Special needs and elder law planning firm assisting with public benefit qualification, special needs trusts, guardianship alternatives, and estate administration. Serves Pennsylvania families.
McKean County Department of Human Services
McKean County Department of Human Services
The public front door for intellectual/developmental disability, mental health services for McKean County residents. Contact them to register for services, ask about eligibility, request service coordination, or apply for Medicaid waivers — no diagnosis paperwork needed to start the conversation.
Pennsylvania State Program
Medicaid Waivers — PA Office of Developmental Programs
Pennsylvania programs funding home- and community-based services for people with intellectual disabilities and autism, including Consolidated, Community Living, P/FDS, and Adult Autism waivers.
Behavioral Health Agency
Merakey PA Lehigh Valley
Large behavioral health agency offering certified peer support, family-based services, residential host home services for children/adolescents, and Intensive Behavioral Health Services (IBHS), operating daily.
Mercer County Behavioral Health Commission
Mercer County Behavioral Health Commission
The public front door for intellectual/developmental disability, mental health services for Mercer County residents. Contact them to register for services, ask about eligibility, request service coordination, or apply for Medicaid waivers — no diagnosis paperwork needed to start the conversation.
Pilates / Physical Therapy Studio
Mindful Movement (Pilates Physical Therapy)
Pilates-based physical therapy studio offering individualized private and small-group sessions, including yoga, focused on function and long-term wellness.
Mindfulness Practice
Mindfulness in the Lehigh Valley
Mindfulness meditation practice founded in 2018 by a licensed psychologist who is a Qualified MBSR instructor, offering free introductory sessions and ongoing mindfulness-based stress reduction instruction to the community.
Adaptive Sports League
Miracle League of Northampton County
Separate, sister Miracle League organization (a distinct nonprofit from Miracle League of the Lehigh Valley in Lehigh County) operating a barrier-free baseball facility plus basketball, soccer, and bowling programs for children and adults with intellectual and physical disabilities, at the Charles Chrin Community Center in Palmer Township.
Adaptive Sports League
Miracle League of the Lehigh Valley
Adaptive sports and recreation league founded in 2006, now expanded well beyond baseball to include ability-adaptive cheerleading, bowling, dance, and crafts, plus seasonal community events (Halloween, Christmas, summer movie nights). Serves ages 3-26 with Down syndrome, mobility differences, and autism, in two seasons (May/June and September/October).
ABA Therapy Provider
Mission Autism Clinics - Allentown
ABA therapy and a school-like Day Program geared toward young learners with autism, working closely with each child's broader care team, BHCOE-evaluated.
ABA Therapy Provider
Mission Autism Clinics - Bethlehem South (Easton)
ABA therapy for children and teens (ages 3-18) located near Route 22 and 33 in Easton, offering daytime and after-school programs.
Independent Medical Equipment Supplier
Mobility Unlimited, Inc.
Independent (not LVHN or St. Luke's affiliated) home medical equipment retailer serving Lehigh and adjacent counties since 1995. Showroom for hands-on testing of wheelchairs, scooters, lift chairs, and portable ramps, with complimentary delivery, setup, and in-house repair.
Law Firm
Molder Law
Estate planning, elder law, and special needs planning firm helping families plan future care and supervision for children with special needs through powers of attorney, special needs trusts, and guardianships.
Law Firm
Molder Law - Lehigh Valley Elder Law
Elder law and estate planning firm serving Easton, Bethlehem, and Allentown, including planning for parents of children with special needs, powers of attorney, trusts, and guardianship.
Montgomery County Behavioral Health/Developmental Disabilities Department
Montgomery County Behavioral Health/Developmental Disabilities Department
The public front door for intellectual/developmental disability, mental health services for Montgomery County residents. Contact them to register for services, ask about eligibility, request service coordination, or apply for Medicaid waivers — no diagnosis paperwork needed to start the conversation.
Nonprofit
NAMI Lehigh Valley
Education, support, and advocacy for individuals and families affected by mental illness, including family and youth services, support groups, and crisis resources for Lehigh and Northampton Counties.
National Nonprofit
National Autism Association (NAA)
Provides tangible safety and support resources nationally, including the Big Red Safety Box program addressing wandering and elopement (shipped to over 70,000 families), the Give A Voice program supporting communication access for nonspeaking or unreliably speaking individuals, and first responder training.
Library Sensory-Friendly Program
Nazareth Area Library - Sensory Storytime
Interactive storytime occurring before public library hours, registration required, for children of all abilities, featuring stories, songs, and sensory play, offered in four-week registration sessions.
Autism Diagnostic & Treatment Center
NeurAbilities Healthcare - Allentown
Diagnostic evaluations and Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) treatment for children diagnosed with autism, delivered in-clinic, in-school, at home, and in the community. In-network with many insurance providers including IBHS. BHCOE accredited.
Autism Diagnostic & Treatment Center
NeurAbilities Healthcare - Bethlehem
Diagnostic evaluations and Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) treatment for children diagnosed with autism, delivered in-clinic, in-school, at home, and in the community. In-network with many insurance providers including IBHS. BHCOE accredited.
Professional Directory / Referral Resource
Neurodivergent Therapists Directory (ndtherapists.com)
Curated, searchable directory of licensed therapists across the U.S. and Pennsylvania specifically practicing neurodivergence-affirming care, with detailed listings noting each clinician's licensure, specialties, lived experience, and accepted insurance. Many listed PA clinicians serve clients statewide via telehealth, including several with personal lived experience as autistic or AuDHD adults.
Coaching Company
Neurodiverging Coaching
Neurodivergent-led virtual coaching practice and training organization supporting ADHD, autistic, and neurodivergent adults and families, founded by autistic coach Danielle Sullivan. Sliding scale available.
New Jersey Early Intervention System (NJEIS)
New Jersey Early Intervention System (NJEIS)
New Jersey's starting point for Early Intervention: if your child is under age 3 and you have any concern about their development, call for a free evaluation and services — no doctor's referral or diagnosis needed.
Independent Pharmacy
Newhard Pharmacy
Independent, family-owned community pharmacy serving the Lehigh Valley since 1895 (current ownership since 1969). Established a dedicated Long Term Care Pharmacy in 1994 specializing in custom-packaged (blister-pack) medications specifically for assisted living facilities and group homes, including direct physician liaison, medication delivery, and 24-hour pharmacist support. Also a Medicare-accredited Durable Medical Equipment supplier (mobility aids, diabetic supplies, supports/braces, incontinence supplies, lift chairs) and offers prescription compounding, including for patients needing customized dosage forms.
NJ 211 — Health & Human Services Helpline
NJ 211 — Health & Human Services Helpline
Dial 211 (or text your ZIP to 898-211) for free, confidential, 24/7 help finding local New Jersey services of every kind: housing, food, utilities, child care, disability services, and crisis support.
NJ Division of Developmental Disabilities
NJ DDD Community Services Office — Egg Harbor
New Jersey's Division of Developmental Disabilities regional office for Atlantic County, Cape May County, Cumberland County, Salem County — the public entry point for ADULTS 21 and older with intellectual and developmental disabilities: eligibility, support coordination, and community services. For children and teens under 21, start with PerformCare (Children's System of Care) at 877-652-7624 instead.
NJ Division of Developmental Disabilities
NJ DDD Community Services Office — Flanders
New Jersey's Division of Developmental Disabilities regional office for Morris County, Sussex County, Warren County — the public entry point for ADULTS 21 and older with intellectual and developmental disabilities: eligibility, support coordination, and community services. For children and teens under 21, start with PerformCare (Children's System of Care) at 877-652-7624 instead.
NJ Division of Developmental Disabilities
NJ DDD Community Services Office — Freehold
New Jersey's Division of Developmental Disabilities regional office for Ocean County, Monmouth County — the public entry point for ADULTS 21 and older with intellectual and developmental disabilities: eligibility, support coordination, and community services. For children and teens under 21, start with PerformCare (Children's System of Care) at 877-652-7624 instead.
NJ Division of Developmental Disabilities
NJ DDD Community Services Office — Green Brook
New Jersey's Division of Developmental Disabilities regional office for Union County, Somerset County — the public entry point for ADULTS 21 and older with intellectual and developmental disabilities: eligibility, support coordination, and community services. For children and teens under 21, start with PerformCare (Children's System of Care) at 877-652-7624 instead.
NJ Division of Developmental Disabilities
NJ DDD Community Services Office — Newark
New Jersey's Division of Developmental Disabilities regional office for Essex County — the public entry point for ADULTS 21 and older with intellectual and developmental disabilities: eligibility, support coordination, and community services. For children and teens under 21, start with PerformCare (Children's System of Care) at 877-652-7624 instead.
NJ Division of Developmental Disabilities
NJ DDD Community Services Office — Paterson
New Jersey's Division of Developmental Disabilities regional office for Bergen County, Hudson County, Passaic County — the public entry point for ADULTS 21 and older with intellectual and developmental disabilities: eligibility, support coordination, and community services. For children and teens under 21, start with PerformCare (Children's System of Care) at 877-652-7624 instead.
NJ Division of Developmental Disabilities
NJ DDD Community Services Office — Trenton
New Jersey's Division of Developmental Disabilities regional office for Hunterdon County, Mercer County, Middlesex County — the public entry point for ADULTS 21 and older with intellectual and developmental disabilities: eligibility, support coordination, and community services. For children and teens under 21, start with PerformCare (Children's System of Care) at 877-652-7624 instead.
NJ Division of Developmental Disabilities
NJ DDD Community Services Office — Voorhees
New Jersey's Division of Developmental Disabilities regional office for Burlington County, Camden County, Gloucester County — the public entry point for ADULTS 21 and older with intellectual and developmental disabilities: eligibility, support coordination, and community services. For children and teens under 21, start with PerformCare (Children's System of Care) at 877-652-7624 instead.
NJ Division of Disability Services (DDS)
NJ Division of Disability Services (DDS)
New Jersey's information-and-referral hub for people with any disability, any age: one call to find programs, benefits, personal assistance services, and the right agency for your situation.
NJ Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Services (DVRS)
NJ Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Services (DVRS)
New Jersey's state agency helping teens and adults with disabilities prepare for, find, and keep a job — career counseling, training, workplace supports, and pre-employment services for students. Apply through your local One-Stop Career Center.
County Crisis Service
Northampton County Crisis Intervention
24/7 crisis intervention and behavioral health emergency services for Northampton County residents experiencing a mental health crisis.
Northampton County · Adult & Child Services
Northampton County Developmental Programs
Coordinates disability services for people with intellectual disability or autism, including residential supports, day programs, employment, respite, and family support.
Northampton County Human Services
Northampton County Human Services
The public front door for intellectual/developmental disability, mental health services for Northampton County residents. Contact them to register for services, ask about eligibility, request service coordination, or apply for Medicaid waivers — no diagnosis paperwork needed to start the conversation.
Northumberland County Behavioral Health / Intellectual Developmental Services
Northumberland County Behavioral Health / Intellectual Developmental Services
The public front door for intellectual/developmental disability, mental health services for Northumberland County residents. Contact them to register for services, ask about eligibility, request service coordination, or apply for Medicaid waivers — no diagnosis paperwork needed to start the conversation. Behavioral-health line: 570-275-6080.
PA State Agency · Employment
Office of Vocational Rehabilitation (OVR)
Free employment support for people with disabilities, including job training, job coaching, assistive technology, and higher-education support.
National Nonprofit
Organization for Autism Research (OAR)
Founded and led by parents and grandparents of autistic people, OAR uses applied science to address the daily, practical questions that autistic individuals, families, educators, and professionals actually face, publishing free guides and resources for families and schools.
PA 211 — Health & Human Services Helpline
PA 211 — Health & Human Services Helpline
Dial 211 (or text your ZIP to 898-211) for free, confidential, 24/7 help finding local services of every kind: housing, food, utilities, child care, disability services, and crisis support anywhere in Pennsylvania.
Statewide Support Group
PA Family Network - Adult Sibling Support Group
Statewide virtual group specifically for adult siblings of people with disabilities, where members guide the group's direction, network with other adult siblings, and discuss lived experience and planning for the future. Led by trained Family Advisors who themselves have family members with disabilities. A separate, parallel caregiver support group is also offered through the same network.
PA Office of Vocational Rehabilitation (OVR)
PA Office of Vocational Rehabilitation (OVR)
Pennsylvania's state agency helping teens and adults with disabilities prepare for, get, and keep a job — career counseling, job training, workplace supports, and pre-employment transition services for students. Free to apply through your local district office.
Statewide · Peer Support
Parent to Parent of Pennsylvania
Connects families of children and adults with disabilities with trained peer parents who have navigated similar experiences. Free support is available statewide.
PA State Resource · Special Education
PaTTAN — PA Training & Technical Assistance Network
Free training, resources, and publications for families navigating special education in Pennsylvania, including Families to the MAX and ConsultLine.
Nonprofit
PEAL Center
Support for Pennsylvania families of children with disabilities and special health care needs from birth to age 26, including self-advocacy and leadership development education for youth.
PEAL Center — PA Parent Training & Information Center
PEAL Center — PA Parent Training & Information Center
Pennsylvania's official parent training and information center: free one-to-one help, workshops, and advocacy support for families of children and young adults (birth to 26) with disabilities — IEPs, 504 plans, special education rights, and health care systems.
Independent Pediatric Practice
Pediatric Medical Center of Lehigh Valley, Inc.
Independent, family-centered pediatric practice led by Dr. Ramesh P. Kadewari, treating children from infancy through adolescence, including ADHD, anxiety, depression, and developmental delay, with locations in Easton and Bethlehem. Not affiliated with LVHN or St. Luke's.
Pediatric Neurology Practice
Pediatric Neurology of Lehigh Valley (Dr. Boo)
Pediatric neurology practice with strong, specific family testimonials for compassionate care of children with co-occurring autism and epilepsy, treating headaches, tics, seizures, cerebral palsy, and developmental delays, with vagus nerve stimulation as an advanced option for difficult-to-control seizures.
Developmental Pediatrics Program
Penn State Health Developmental Pediatrics - Hershey
Multidisciplinary developmental pediatrics team at Penn State Health Golisano Children's Hospital evaluating autism, ADHD, speech-language concerns, sleep disorders, and learning problems. Autism Program currently accepting referrals age 14+ for medication management or diagnosis.
PerformCare NJ — Children's System of Care
PerformCare NJ — Children's System of Care
The single front door to New Jersey's Children's System of Care: developmental disability services, behavioral health, and family support for children and youth under 21. One call starts eligibility and services — available 24/7.
Philadelphia Department of Behavioral Health and Intellectual disAbility Services
Philadelphia Department of Behavioral Health and Intellectual disAbility Services
The public front door for intellectual/developmental disability, mental health services for Philadelphia County residents. Contact them to register for services, ask about eligibility, request service coordination, or apply for Medicaid waivers — no diagnosis paperwork needed to start the conversation.
Counseling Practice
PhilIRST
Counseling and therapy services for individuals, couples, families, and relationships, including providers specializing in autism spectrum disorder support.
Community Wellness Hub
Pieces of Mind
Community hub in Allentown offering classes, workshops, and low-cost co-working/meeting space supporting mental, emotional, and physical wellbeing for all ages, with offerings from artists, dancers, therapists, dietitians, yoga instructors, career counselors, and more. Co-Director Jesse Saborsky has a family connection to Dr. Amy Saborsky's practice (Lehigh Valley Center for Child and Family Development), which has a formal partnership with Pieces of Mind to help deliver its autism screening clinic services.
Behavioral Health Agency
Pinebrook Family Services
Family services agency offering host home residential services and family-based behavioral health services, with extended evening hours twice weekly.
Potter County Human Services
Potter County Human Services
The public front door for intellectual/developmental disability, mental health services for Potter County residents. Contact them to register for services, ask about eligibility, request service coordination, or apply for Medicaid waivers — no diagnosis paperwork needed to start the conversation.
Project Child Find — NJ Preschool & School-Age Evaluations
Project Child Find — NJ Preschool & School-Age Evaluations
New Jersey's free referral line for children age 3 and up: if you're concerned about your child's development or learning, Child Find connects you to your school district's evaluation process for preschool disabled programs and special education.
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Speech Therapy Practice
Ripple Speech Services
Speech, language, myofunctional, and feeding therapy for children and adults, with a strengths-based, caregiver-coaching approach. Office-based with potential in-home travel option. Serves Lehigh and Berks counties.
Psychiatric Practice
Rittenhouse Psychiatric Associates - Adult ADHD Evaluation
Adult ADHD psychiatric evaluations (60-90 minutes) available online and in-person, with providers trained at Johns Hopkins, Penn, Tufts, and CHOP; can coordinate full neuropsychological testing for accommodations through an affiliated psychologist.
Psychiatric Practice
Rittenhouse Psychiatric Associates - Center Valley
Outpatient psychiatric care for children, adolescents, and adults treating anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, ADHD, autism, and substance use disorders. In-office and telehealth appointments; handicap accessible.
Psychiatric & Testing Practice
Rittenhouse Psychiatric Associates - Neuropsychological Testing
Neuropsychological and psychiatric evaluation services including autism evaluation, ADHD testing, and learning disability testing, with documentation for school and workplace accommodations. Lehigh Valley location in Center Valley.
Adaptive Recreation Program
River Crossing YMCA - Adapted Activities Program
Real, current adaptive programming for all ages across River Crossing YMCA's 11 branches (including Allentown, Bethlehem, Easton, and Nazareth), including adapted swim lessons, karate, summer camps, teen programs, a staff-led youth wheelchair basketball program, and 'Life After 21,' a full-day program for young adults focused on wellness, community access, and job skills. Several programs are free, supported by community partners and grants.
Swim Program
River Crossing YMCA - General Swim Lessons
Standard swim lesson programs for all ages and abilities across River Crossing YMCA branches, plus periodic free community water-safety initiatives (such as a free swim lesson program held at Cedar Beach, Irving Pool, and the Boys and Girls Club of Allentown, funded through United Way of the Greater Lehigh Valley and the Step Into Swim grant).
Physical Therapy Practice
Robbins Rehabilitation West
Physical therapy clinics in Allentown, Bethlehem, Bangor, and Easton offering hands-on manual therapy and personalized rehabilitation; Pennsylvania is a direct-access state, so no physician referral is required to begin care.
Psychological Testing Practice
Sachs Center - Adult Autism & ADHD Testing (Philadelphia/Telehealth)
Virtual telehealth autism and ADHD testing for adults, with specific expertise identifying autism and ADHD in adults who mask symptoms, including women and BIPOC adults. Licensed PhD/PsyD psychologists. Conducted via secure video call.
Behavioral Health Agency
Salisbury Behavioral Health
Behavioral health agency with multiple Lehigh Valley locations (Allentown and Bethlehem), offering certified peer support, family-based services, and mental health case management.
Crisis Residential & Psychiatric Rehabilitation
Salisbury House
Mobile and site-based psychiatric rehabilitation and crisis residential services for adults in the Lehigh Valley region.
Attorney
Schoffstall Elder Law
Elder law and special needs planning attorney serving Lehigh, Northampton, Carbon, Berks, Bucks, Monroe, and Schuylkill Counties. Member of the Special Needs Alliance.
Schuylkill County Mental Health/Developmental Services
Schuylkill County Mental Health/Developmental Services
The public front door for intellectual/developmental disability, mental health services for Schuylkill County residents. Contact them to register for services, ask about eligibility, request service coordination, or apply for Medicaid waivers — no diagnosis paperwork needed to start the conversation.
Community College · Inclusive Program
SEED Program — Lehigh Carbon Community College
College-level transition, academic, and career training services for students with disabilities.
Sensory Gym
Sensory FIT
Indoor sensory gym specialized for children ages 1-8 with special needs, owned and operated by occupational therapy practitioners, offering open play, group classes, birthday parties, and special events in a safe, inclusive space.
National Nonprofit
Sibling Support Project
Founded in 1990, the first national program dedicated specifically to siblings of people with disabilities and health conditions. Maintains a 'Find a Sibshop Near You' locator tool to connect families with the nearest Sibshop program, and trains facilitators to start new ones.
Independent Pharmacy and Medical Supply
South Mountain Pharmacy
Independent, family-owned full-service pharmacy operating since 1985, open 24 hours, combining prescription services with a wide range of medical equipment and supplies, including wheelchairs, walkers, crutches, commodes, and bathroom safety equipment, all in one location.
SPAN Parent Advocacy Network
SPAN Parent Advocacy Network
New Jersey's official parent training and information center: free one-to-one help and workshops for families of children with disabilities — IEPs, 504 plans, special education rights, health coverage, and transition to adulthood.
ENT and Audiology Practice
Specialty Physician Associates - Audiology & ENT
Leading Lehigh Valley ENT and audiology team offering hearing tests, hearing aids, cochlear implant evaluation, and balance disorder care, with five locations across Allentown, Bethlehem, Quakertown, and Wind Gap. Worth knowing: the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends ruling out hearing loss as a contributing factor whenever autism is suspected, since hearing differences and autism can co-occur and can look similar from the outside; ask specifically about autism-informed testing accommodations when scheduling for a child.
Adult Disability Services Nonprofit
SPIN (Special People in the Northeast)
501(c)3 nonprofit founded in 1970 serving over 3,500 people yearly across Southeastern PA and the Lehigh Valley with autism and intellectual/developmental disabilities, including residential services, supported/community living, employment services, and inclusive early childhood education.
Developmental Pediatrics Program
St. Christopher's Hospital for Children - Developmental Pediatrics (Philadelphia)
Philadelphia-based developmental pediatrics program including Dr. Beth Parrish (developmental pediatrician) and Dr. Sarah Woldoff (PhD, BCBA), evaluating autism and developmental concerns for families across the region.
Hospital Network Pediatric Therapy
St. Luke's Center Valley Pediatrics - Pediatric Therapy
Pediatric occupational and speech therapy location offering feeding therapy, sensory processing support, AAC, and autism-specific clinical expertise, part of the St. Luke's Pediatric Therapy network.
Developmental Pediatrics Program
St. Luke's Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics
Developmental and behavioral pediatric specialists evaluating autism, complex ADHD, speech delays, genetic conditions, and learning disabilities from birth through adolescence, part of the St. Luke's University Health Network.
Hospital Network GI Program
St. Luke's Pediatric Gastroenterology - Allentown
Pediatric gastroenterology care for celiac disease, constipation, IBS, esophageal conditions, and pediatric gastroenterology concerns generally.
Hospital Network GI Program
St. Luke's Pediatric Gastroenterology - Center Valley
Pediatric gastroenterology care for celiac disease, polyposis, liver disease, and swallowing problems.
Hospital Network Neurology Program
St. Luke's Pediatric Neurology - Center Valley
Pediatric neurology team treating neurological disorders from birth through adolescence at St. Luke's Pediatric Specialty Center, the region's only freestanding facility dedicated entirely to children.
Hospital Network Service
St. Luke's Pediatric Therapy
Multidisciplinary pediatric physical, occupational, and speech therapy network with locations throughout eastern Pennsylvania, including Allentown, for infants through adolescents.
Individual Counselor (Solo Practice)
Stan Theodoredis, LPC (Lehigh Valley Counselors)
Solo-practicing Licensed Professional Counselor with additional credentials as an International Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (ICAADC) and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP), operating independently without a larger group practice.
National Adaptive Surf Therapy Nonprofit
Surfers For Autism
Nonprofit pairing volunteer surfers with children with autism at free, judgment-free beach events that also engage siblings and the whole family with entertainment, painting, and games. Supports research, awareness, and advocacy alongside its surf events.
National Adaptive Surf Therapy Nonprofit
Surfers Healing
One of the most established surf therapy organizations in the U.S., focused specifically on children with autism, pairing kids with experienced volunteer surfers at beach events held across multiple coastal states each year.
Statewide Assistive Technology Program
TechOWL PA (PA's Assistive Technology Act Program)
Pennsylvania's statewide Assistive Technology Act program, providing education, device demonstration, equipment loans, and financing for assistive technology, including AAC devices, for people with disabilities and older adults of all income levels.
Nonprofit · Advocacy & Services
The Arc of Lehigh and Northampton Counties
IDD advocacy, SPARC day programs, Agency with Choice self-direction, and IEP advocacy support serving people and families across the Lehigh Valley.
Holistic Therapy Practice
The Calm Space
Holistic mental and behavioral health practice led by owner Lindsey Tomcics, LCSW, with over 15 years serving the Lehigh Valley. Offers individual, group, couples, and family counseling alongside alternative supports including trauma-informed yoga, Reiki, aromatherapy, mindfulness classes, acupuncture, and massage. Therapy modalities include CBT, DBT, EMDR, play therapy, and sandplay therapy. Sliding scale available; serves Lehigh and Northampton counties.
Law Firm
The Law Offices of Nancy K. Busch
Estate planning and elder law firm serving Lehigh, Northampton, Bucks, Berks, Schuylkill, and Monroe counties for over 34 years, focused on Medicaid eligibility and asset protection planning.
Yoga Studio
The Yoga Loft of Bethlehem
Yoga studio in Bethlehem's South Side offering a full class schedule, workshops, and 200/300-hour teacher training programs.
Therapy Practice
Therapy Bridges, LLC
Private and school-based occupational, physical, and speech therapy for children and adults, co-founded by occupational therapists with specific expertise in autism and intellectual/developmental disabilities. Evidence-based, family- and context-focused approach.
Counseling Practice
Thriveworks Allentown
Private group mental health practice providing evaluation and therapy to children, adolescents, and adults for depression, anxiety, ADHD, autism-related concerns, learning disabilities, and more. Evening and weekend appointments available.
Individual Counselor (Solo Practice)
Tiffany Kristen Jacob, Individual Practitioner
Individual mental health practitioner in Bethlehem specializing in ADHD, adoption-related concerns, and anxiety disorders, with extended evening and Saturday hours.
Tioga County Department of Human Services
Tioga County Department of Human Services
The public front door for intellectual/developmental disability, mental health services for Tioga County residents. Contact them to register for services, ask about eligibility, request service coordination, or apply for Medicaid waivers — no diagnosis paperwork needed to start the conversation.
Theater Festival
Touchstone Theatre - Festival UnBound
Real, currently-running annual four-day festival in Bethlehem that explicitly explores disability and the arts and accessibility, including performances by Kinetic Light, a disability arts ensemble. A genuine, disability-centered cultural event distinct from general inclusive recreation programming.
Individual Counselor (Solo Practice)
Tracy E. Hill, Individual Practitioner
Individual mental health practitioner with a Bethlehem location specializing in ADHD, adoption-related concerns, and anger management.
Integrative Health Center
Twin Ponds Holistic Health
Lehigh Valley wellness center housing 20+ complementary and alternative practitioners under one roof, offering counseling, life coaching, yoga, physical therapy, massage, chiropractic, Reiki, energy healing, and salt cave therapy. Established 2007.
Home Health Care Agency
UniqueAid
PA Department of Health licensed, Medicare-certified home health agency serving children with special needs and disabled adults, including tube feeding, medication management, and home/community habilitation services. Serves Lehigh County among others in southeastern PA.
Faith-Based Support Ministry
Valley Church of the Lehigh Valley - Special Needs Ministry
Assemblies of God congregation in Allentown offering a special needs ministry ("Hand in Hand") with trained peer buddies for inclusive worship participation and sensory-friendly classroom space for children and youth with disabilities. Note: confirm directly with the church that this is the same Valley Church operating the Hand in Hand program referenced in some online disability ministry directories, since the name is shared by churches in other regions.
Neuropsychology Practice
Valley Neuropsychology Group
Neuropsychological testing for adults and children throughout the Lehigh Valley, including behavioral evaluations, IQ testing, and ADHD diagnostic testing, with detailed reports and individualized recommendations.
Play Therapy Practice
Valley Play Therapy
Independent play therapy practice led by Kathleen Hancock, a PA Licensed Professional Counselor and Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor, serving children ages 3-10 with dysregulation, anxiety, anger, autism-related challenges, and low self-esteem. In-network with Highmark, Capital Blue Cross, Aetna, and United; not in-network with Medicaid/CHIP.
Law Firm
Vasiliadis Pappas Associates LLC
Elder law and estate planning firm with a Bethlehem office; lead attorney is certified as an elder law attorney by the National Elder Law Foundation, accredited by the PA Supreme Court.
Venango County MH/DS/Early Intervention Services
Venango County MH/DS/Early Intervention Services
The public front door for intellectual/developmental disability, mental health and Early Intervention services for Venango County residents. Contact them to register for services, ask about eligibility, request service coordination, or apply for Medicaid waivers — no diagnosis paperwork needed to start the conversation.
Nonprofit
Via of the Lehigh Valley
Speech, physical, and occupational therapy plus special instruction for children from birth through age 3 with developmental disabilities and delays, provided in-home and in care settings with caregiver involvement.
Adult Autism Waiver Provider
Via of the Lehigh Valley - Autism Services (Adult Autism Waiver)
Pennsylvania Adult Autism Waiver provider offering individualized vocational, social, and independent living skill development for adults with autism, including community-based and in-home support, money management, and use of public transportation.
Nonprofit
Via of the Lehigh Valley - Main Office
Nonprofit agency providing services across the lifespan for children and adults with autism, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, and other disabilities, including early intervention, vocational support, and an inclusive child care academy in Allentown.
Holistic Chiropractic Practice
Vitality Natural Healthcare Center
Holistic chiropractic healthcare practice led by Dr. Darin Mazepa, focused on enhancing the body's natural ability to heal, offering gentle spinal touch techniques, hands-on energy healing, and heart rate variability testing. Note: please confirm internally whether this is the same Darin Mazepa already involved with ND Collab in another capacity, given the name match, before publishing this listing.
Nonprofit Resource Center
Volunteer Center of the Lehigh Valley
Connects volunteers with nonprofit organizations across the Lehigh Valley, including disability-focused partners like the Eastern PA Down Syndrome Center.
Washington County Behavioral Health and Developmental Services
Washington County Behavioral Health and Developmental Services
The public front door for intellectual/developmental disability, mental health services for Washington County residents. Contact them to register for services, ask about eligibility, request service coordination, or apply for Medicaid waivers — no diagnosis paperwork needed to start the conversation.
Wayne County Behavioral Health/Developmental Services/Early Intervention
Wayne County Behavioral Health/Developmental Services/Early Intervention
The public front door for intellectual/developmental disability, mental health and Early Intervention services for Wayne County residents. Contact them to register for services, ask about eligibility, request service coordination, or apply for Medicaid waivers — no diagnosis paperwork needed to start the conversation.
Westmoreland County Behavioral Health & Developmental Services
Westmoreland County Behavioral Health & Developmental Services
The public front door for intellectual/developmental disability, mental health services for Westmoreland County residents. Contact them to register for services, ask about eligibility, request service coordination, or apply for Medicaid waivers — no diagnosis paperwork needed to start the conversation.
Integrative Medical Practice
Woodlands Healing Research Center
Nonprofit, multidisciplinary integrative medical office in Quakertown offering environmental, functional, and preventive medicine, including osteopathic and homeopathic care, allergy testing, and nutritional counseling, alongside conventional medical training. In business over 30 years; reviews are notably mixed, with some families reporting excellent, attentive care and others reporting long waits and billing frustration, so it's worth asking detailed questions before booking. Functional medicine pediatrician Dr. Angela Camasto (also listed separately under Pediatric Whole Health) practices here as well.
York/Adams Mental Health/Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities Departments
York/Adams Mental Health/Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities Departments
The public front door for intellectual/developmental disability, mental health services for Adams County, York County residents. Contact them to register for services, ask about eligibility, request service coordination, or apply for Medicaid waivers — no diagnosis paperwork needed to start the conversation.
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